French Onion Soup Pasta
This French Onion Soup Pasta brings all the cozy, caramelized flavor of the classic French soup into a creamy, cheese-coated bowl of pasta perfection. Buttery onions, white wine, thyme, and Gruyère create a rich yet comforting meal ready in under 40 minutes.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Sauté Pan
- Wooden Spoon
- Large pot for pasta
- Chef's Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter for classic French onion flavor
- 1 tbsp olive oil prevents butter from burning
- 4 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves for earthy aroma
- 1/2 cup dry white wine for deglazing
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth creates the soup base
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for a silky texture
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne) cooked al dente
- 3/4 cup shredded Gruyère cheese for that nutty, melty richness
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese adds salty depth
- salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley optional garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and caramelized.
- Add garlic and thyme to the caramelized onions. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the wine is mostly evaporated.
- Add broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, then stir in cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Toss cooked pasta into the onion sauce, adding pasta water as needed to create a creamy consistency.
- Remove from heat and stir in Gruyère and Parmesan until melted and silky. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra cheese if desired.
Notes
Caramelize onions low and slow for best flavor — it takes time but builds incredible depth. Deglaze the pan fully to lift all the flavor from the bottom. Add cheese off the heat to keep the sauce smooth. Perfect for cozy dinners or an elegant weeknight meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 390mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 190mgIron: 2.2mg
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